budget

Hostels are a great budget option for where to stay in Kapa‘a, Kaua‘i; beds offered range from a simple bunk with shared bathrooms and common areas to private rooms with the same. Another great option for couples or groups are studios and short-term rental units.

Looking to retire or just getting tired of the same old routine? Costa Rica is swiftly becoming the go-to place to live for retirees and expats as they discover the country’s physical beauty and low cost of living. Erin Van Rheenen shares some of the benefits of living in Costa Rica.

Florida native Jason Ferguson has yet to find a corner of his home state that doesn’t hold some sort of surprise. In this Q&A, he advises travelers on his favorite dishes (including fried gator tail), the best time of year to visit, the many options for outdoor recreation, and more.

While flying from Buenos Aires to Santiago in 2002, Wayne Bernhardson found himself seated next to an Argentine, bound for New York on business who, because his government had frozen bank accounts, found himself cashless. Now, ten years later, history may be repeating itself for foreign-bound Argentines.

Enjoy 8 days in Rio de Janeiro for under US$1,200 (excluding air fare). This itinerary starts with 4 days enjoying the city of Rio itself with the remaining 4 days spent in Paraty, an alluring colonial town surrounded by beaches and mountains, located in the southern extreme of Rio de Janeiro state.